Josh Hart Calls Out Wemby, Spurs' Disrespect for Not Giving Knicks Credit During NBA Finals
The New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA Finals. Guard Jose Alvarado accused Victor Wembanyama of a lack of sportsmanship for skipping the handshake line after the Spurs lost Game 5.
What changed
New reports identify Jose Alvarado as the player criticizing Wembanyama for failing to shake hands after the championship.
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Knicks Guard Jose Alvarado Criticizes Victor Wembanyama's Post-Finals Conduct
confidence 90%The New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA Finals. Guard Jose Alvarado accused Victor Wembanyama of a lack of sportsmanship for skipping the handshake line after the Spurs lost Game 5.
What's confirmed:
- The New York Knicks won the NBA Finals.
- Jose Alvarado criticized Victor Wembanyama for not shaking hands after the Knicks won.
- Victor Wembanyama recorded 32 points, eight rebounds, and six assists in a 115-111 Spurs win during Game 3.
Still unconfirmed:
- Jalen Brunson yelled "f**k Wemby" after the championship win.
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Josh Hart Criticizes Spurs and Victor Wembanyama Following Knicks Title
confidence 90%New York Knicks guard Josh Hart stated that a lack of respect from the San Antonio Spurs served as motivation during the NBA Finals. Hart suggested the Spurs' Western Conference title celebration impacted their mindset. The Knicks won the championship, with Karl-Anthony Towns receiving praise from Magic Johnson.
What's confirmed:
- The New York Knicks won the NBA championship.
- Josh Hart claimed the San Antonio Spurs showed a lack of respect toward the Knicks during the NBA Finals.
- Hart stated that the Spurs' lack of respect provided extra motivation for New York.
- Magic Johnson told Karl-Anthony Towns "You dominated" following the championship win.
Still unconfirmed:
- The Spurs' emotional Western Conference title celebration may have affected their NBA Finals mindset.
- Josh Hart made these admissions on the Roommates Show.